The Duran Podcast Hungary's Role in Great Power Politics - Zoltán Koskovics, Alexander Mercouris & Glenn Diesen
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Jan 29, 2025 Zoltán Koskovics, a geopolitical analyst at the Center for Fundamental Rights in Budapest, sheds light on Hungary's unique position in today's power politics. He navigates the tension between Hungary’s pragmatic foreign policy and the idealism prevalent in the West, especially regarding the Ukraine conflict. The discussion highlights Hungary's crucial balancing act between national interests and EU pressures. Additionally, Koskovics tackles the issue of economic decline in Europe and the disruptive influence of NGOs, casting Hungary as a potential mediator amid global shifts.
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Hungary's Realist Stance
- Hungary's foreign policy is realist, prioritizing its interests.
- This contrasts with the EU's idealism, seen in its approach to Ukraine.
Europe's Denial of Reality
- Europe's foreign policy is in denial of reality, isolating itself.
- This is evident in its handling of the Ukraine war and dissent from countries like Hungary.
Europe's Precarious Position
- Europe's current precarious position stems from losing access to cheap resources.
- The sanctions war destroyed access to cheap Russian energy, hurting Europe's competitiveness.